Taking your dog along can make the family vacation more fun for everyone, if you plan carefully. Here are some tips to make traveling with your dog enjoyable. Health and Safety for Dog Travel Bring your dog to the veterinarian for a checkup before going on an extended trip. Make sure all their vaccinations are […]

This is the first in a series on early socialization and training that breeders can do with young puppies to help them adapt to life in their future new homes. Housetraining is almost always the number one concern of a new puppy owner. While puppies are still in the whelping box, they begin to learn preferences for where to eliminate. […]

Every puppy or dog should have ample time to decompress when entering a new home. Here's the importance of dog decompression.

Wherever you're traveling, the success of your trip depends on your dog’s behavior. Before you pack your bags, here are five basic skills to teach your dog.

If you've ever asked "Why does my dog wake me up?" there are lots of possible answers to that question. Learn about why your dog may wake you up and how to redirect unwanted behaviors to more positive ones.

Don't have a lot of time to work with your dog? That's okay—with small intentional training sessions, you can still make big progress. Even if you have other commitments, you can spend a few minutes a day intentionally working with your dog to achieve your training goals. Here's how to do it. Make the Most […]

If you're looking to do more with your sport-prospect puppy, there are games and activities that you can work on to build enthusiasm for learning.

Here are some easy ways to ensure your dog enjoys their walks to the fullest. Get dog walking tips and tricks from AKC's dog training experts.

You say you want a dog every time you see a friendly Golden Retriever on the street. But are you actually prepared to bring one into your home? As much as we love the idea of having a canine companion to love unconditionally, being a responsible dog owner is a lot of work. Before getting […]

In this issue, we feature the League representatives of the beautiful state of Montana. Captain Deana Sullivan has headed-up teams since the League’s first year of 2022. Her program has grown to four teams, and she says League is beneficial on many levels for her group – including providing more agility opportunities in a state […]